The 5 Environmental Systems - Prezi The Microsystem - In my life, my Microsystem is my family and friends. These are the people that I directly see and interact with on a regular basis. The Mesosystem - I can definitely see the Mesosystems formed between my family relationship and the attitude that I have towards my schoolwork. If I have recently had an argument with my parents and/or siblings, I feel very distracted while at school, and do not preform my best. The Exosystem - This is a very complex topic, and it actually took me a while to pinpoint what exactly in my life I'm influenced by but not in control of. After thinking about it for a while, I get really worked up about other people's happiness, and when I sense that my brother, for example, is being bullied at school, I find myself consumed with that sadness, and will find myself distracted in my other day-to-day activities. The Macrosystem - I am VERY fortunate, and I am blessed enough to come home every night to a nice house in an amazing neighborhood, and walk in to be warmly greeted by my wonderful family. I've never had to worry about having food to eat, or a place to sleep, which I often attribute to my easy-going attitude. The Chronospan - It's no huge secret that I am HORRIBLE with transitions. I tried to move away from my family and live in a dorm room for my first semester of college, and that did not last long at all. Looking back, despite the dorm room incident, I haven't really had to go through any major transitions throughout my lifetime - my parents have stayed together and I remain happy with my life exactly where I am!
Professional Email
Ms. Mikhail,
My name is Sarah Gifford, and I am an early childhood education major at Capital University, located in Bexley, Ohio. I was looking into your non-profit organization, and I found myself very intrigued in POINT and the concept. I love the idea of connecting the millennial generation with charity, charitable giving, and charitable actions. Could you spare 15 minutes within the next couple of weeks to meet with me and have coffee? I'd love to talk to you about how the early childhood students I'm planning to work with could potentially benefit from the innovative technology you're creating! Please let me know when/where works for you.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Sarah Gifford
Business Plan
POINT
Vision
- While most people have an inner drive to give, both money and time, finding the correct and reputable charities can often be offsetting to people, and may lead to people being discouraged from giving. We want to make charity much more accessible and maneuverable to the millennial generation.
Mission Statement
- Our mission is to connect people to charity, both by giving and by serving.
Strategies
- Browse the World Bank and determine about 22 world needs that describe the discrepancies in privileges to certain countries around the world
- Browse charitynavigator.com and determine 3 reputable charities that support each world need
- Set up a payment avenue (PayPal) that allows donors to donate to the world needs that they care about easily and effectively
Topics of Interest
1. STEM vs. Art School Settings
2. Politics of being a teacher (the pay & tenure, etc.)
3. Politics of being a teacher (what is restricted, what is allowed, etc.)
4. Which districts get more money than others and why
5. Discipline & how to talk to kids to get through to them
My Hippocratic Oath
As a teacher I promise to be prepared & organized for class, and thorough in my teaching. I will aim for the best of academic achievement from all of my students. I promise to be true and honest in my teaching. I promise to be approachable and to encourage imagination and innovation. To be a role model. To respect my students, all parents, and fellow teachers.
Bronfenbrenner and Classroom Management
As a future educator, I have learned about and researched many different disciplinary techniques. I firmly believe in positive reinforcement over negative reinforcement. I feel that it portrays a sense of calm and happiness all throughout the room.
I also must take into account the multiple systems that my students will deal with day in and day out. If I know that a student has a parent who works the night shift and has little to no time to work on homework with the student, I must realize that the work and understanding of the student with homework from day to day may be minimal.
Reading Questions - Readings in the History of Education
5 Texts Chosen:
The Old Greek Education - Plato: Description of an Athenian Schoolboy's Life
The Education and Work of Rome - Epitaph: The Education of Girls
The Rise and Contribution of Christianity - Kingsley: The Empire and Christianity in Conflict
Education During the Early Middle Ages - Symonds: Scarcity and Cost of Books
The Rise of the Universities - Gregory IX: Right to Suspend Lectures
1. For each text, what does the author believe education is or should be? In other words, what is the best form of education according to this person? Write a couple of sentences to this effect about each author you read.
- In the first story that I chose to read, Plato firmly believes that education begins in the early stages of life, and ends at the very end of life. This author truly believes that learning is best done in a "real world" situation, rather than strictly in the classroom setting with textbooks, etc.. - The second story was centered around the Education of Girls in The Middle Greek Education time period. The author mentions that traditionally, a women's place is in the home, and for the most part, women were educated here and there by their mothers.
- When learning about the relationship between Christianity and Education, in the third story, I realized how much of a divide there was between the classes. The higher-class Christians were almost always well-educated, while the lower-class citizens usually lacked adequate education.
- The fourth text laid out the staggering class differences that came into play when determining who got an education and who did not. As can be assumed, the popes and other high class citizens virtually always got an education and had access to books, while lower class citizens did not have this luxury.
- Lastly, the reading that covered the Rise of The Universities was, for the most part, centered around the rights that those who did receive an education had. As the title, "Right to Suspend Lectures," suggests, educators were given the right to cancel lectures and go on strikes to enforce a redress of grievances, if need be.
2. What do your five texts have in common? Where do they differ? You could make a Venn Diagram or write a paragraph about the similarities and a paragraph about the differences.
One of the common themes that I saw throughout all of these readings was the mention of classism and how that played a role in determining who got an education and who did not. In all cases, as a matter of fact, the author made it clear that those who were considered wealthy and upper class were almost guaranteed an education, while those who were considered lower class citizens were typically not awarded an education. It is interesting to see, going through the time periods in this book, how the education world changed so drastically. From the first story that I read about Plato and his "radical" thoughts on education, to the last story about universities and how classrooms were structured enough to hold lectures, I was amazed at the overwhelming change.
3. Thinking back to the Social and Cross-Cultural Skills (Bronfenbrenner) assignment and the extension of that assignment in classroom management, how do you personally connect with these texts and their authors? How are your educational conditions similar to or different from those of the author? Where do you agree or disagree with each one? In what ways might you apply what these authors say to your own practice as a teacher? Remember, you can choose to apply something directly, or you can "apply" it by saying, "that's specifically what I will NOT do when I am a teacher."
I can honestly say that I believe whole-heartedly with Plato's comment about people learning not only from their classroom settings, but also from their home lives and other experiences that occur day-to-day. This is similar to Bronfenbrenner's systems in the sense that the classroom may be considered a very small microsystem, while the other experiences play a role into the largest mesosystem. As far as the other THEORIES and classroom management styles that are laid out by the authors, I don't feel that there are though points from each author to make a strong argument either way. I will stand firm in my support of Plato's stance, though, as I believe that I will impress upon children the importance of taking their learning outside of the classroom. It is important for children to find knowledge and power in everything that they do, and not just Monday through Friday from 8am until 3pm.
Reading Questions - Readings from The African-American Struggle for Education
1. Why, in your opinion, did people put their lives on the line (and often lose them) just so that children could become educated? What is the power of education?
I get the sense that a great deal of the adults in this situation grew up without the having the privilege of an adequate education, if an education at all. Growing up like this, and seeing firsthand how many missed opportunities come with lacking an education, gave these adults the drive in their belly to make lives better for their children. This statement shows two important points that I want to make clear. First, the fact that parents will go to the ends of the earth to assure better lives for their children. Second, the fact that these parents noticed such a discrepancy in their lives due to the lack of education shows that the power of education is far greater than I could have ever imagined - something that people will DIE to obtain.
2. What has been the power of education in your own life? Without it, where would you be?
The answer to this question is one that has really become clearer and clearer in my life over the past year or so. I was brought up in a very loving middle - upper class family, graduated from Upper Arlington High School and went straight from there to Capital University. There was really no other option in my case! My parents made it clear that I was to go to college, and thankfully I had no restraints about that. Along with this, my father dropped out of college during his Junior year, and managed to make do with his fate. He holds a steady job and makes enough to support a family of five. The reason I explain this in such detail is because I really never came into close contact with someone who lacked an education, or if they did, they didn't lack a steady job. I have expanded my horizons recently, have become much more aware of the world around me, and some of the trials and tribulations that some people face that I couldn't even imagine going through. Without education, in all honesty, I wouldn't be in too bad of a space. I know that my parents, even though they strongly wanted me to go to college, would ultimately support me in any endeavor that I undertake.
3. What are the implications of these writings for your own practice as a teacher?
I will have to constantly remind myself as a teacher to remember where people come from, and that not everyone goes home at night to a warm house of friendly faces that are happy for their presence. Some people are fortunate to get to school at all some days, nevertheless on time. I will have to remind myself that my story is just a piece in the multi-faceted puzzle that is this world.
My Philosophy of Education
How do these readings connect to the other readings you did that we turned into a timeline?
It's sad to me, because the parallels are so clear, in the worst way imaginable. These readings really brought to light the struggles that African American children and adults faced in America. The disparities in access to education were astounding. In the off chance that an African American child was to gain access to an education, there is no doubt that that quality of education would have been sub par, at best. This is quite similar to the other readings that we read, of which we made a timeline. Those readings brought to light the issues that people who lived centuries ago faced.
Self in Relation to Bronfenbrenner
The 5 Environmental Systems - PreziThe Microsystem - In my life, my Microsystem is my family and friends. These are the people that I directly see and interact with on a regular basis.
The Mesosystem - I can definitely see the Mesosystems formed between my family relationship and the attitude that I have towards my schoolwork. If I have recently had an argument with my parents and/or siblings, I feel very distracted while at school, and do not preform my best.
The Exosystem - This is a very complex topic, and it actually took me a while to pinpoint what exactly in my life I'm influenced by but not in control of. After thinking about it for a while, I get really worked up about other people's happiness, and when I sense that my brother, for example, is being bullied at school, I find myself consumed with that sadness, and will find myself distracted in my other day-to-day activities.
The Macrosystem - I am VERY fortunate, and I am blessed enough to come home every night to a nice house in an amazing neighborhood, and walk in to be warmly greeted by my wonderful family. I've never had to worry about having food to eat, or a place to sleep, which I often attribute to my easy-going attitude.
The Chronospan - It's no huge secret that I am HORRIBLE with transitions. I tried to move away from my family and live in a dorm room for my first semester of college, and that did not last long at all. Looking back, despite the dorm room incident, I haven't really had to go through any major transitions throughout my lifetime - my parents have stayed together and I remain happy with my life exactly where I am!
Professional Email
Ms. Mikhail,My name is Sarah Gifford, and I am an early childhood education major at Capital University, located in Bexley, Ohio. I was looking into your non-profit organization, and I found myself very intrigued in POINT and the concept. I love the idea of connecting the millennial generation with charity, charitable giving, and charitable actions. Could you spare 15 minutes within the next couple of weeks to meet with me and have coffee? I'd love to talk to you about how the early childhood students I'm planning to work with could potentially benefit from the innovative technology you're creating! Please let me know when/where works for you.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Sarah Gifford
Business Plan
POINT
Vision- While most people have an inner drive to give, both money and time, finding the correct and reputable charities can often be offsetting to people, and may lead to people being discouraged from giving. We want to make charity much more accessible and maneuverable to the millennial generation.
Mission Statement
- Our mission is to connect people to charity, both by giving and by serving.
Strategies
- Browse the World Bank and determine about 22 world needs that describe the discrepancies in privileges to certain countries around the world
- Browse charitynavigator.com and determine 3 reputable charities that support each world need
- Set up a payment avenue (PayPal) that allows donors to donate to the world needs that they care about easily and effectively
Topics of Interest
1. STEM vs. Art School Settings2. Politics of being a teacher (the pay & tenure, etc.)
3. Politics of being a teacher (what is restricted, what is allowed, etc.)
4. Which districts get more money than others and why
5. Discipline & how to talk to kids to get through to them
My Hippocratic Oath
As a teacher I promise to be prepared & organized for class, and thorough in my teaching. I will aim for the best of academic achievement from all of my students. I promise to be true and honest in my teaching. I promise to be approachable and to encourage imagination and innovation. To be a role model. To respect my students, all parents, and fellow teachers.Bronfenbrenner and Classroom Management
As a future educator, I have learned about and researched many different disciplinary techniques. I firmly believe in positive reinforcement over negative reinforcement. I feel that it portrays a sense of calm and happiness all throughout the room.I also must take into account the multiple systems that my students will deal with day in and day out. If I know that a student has a parent who works the night shift and has little to no time to work on homework with the student, I must realize that the work and understanding of the student with homework from day to day may be minimal.
Reading Questions - Readings in the History of Education
5 Texts Chosen:
The Old Greek Education - Plato: Description of an Athenian Schoolboy's LifeThe Education and Work of Rome - Epitaph: The Education of Girls
The Rise and Contribution of Christianity - Kingsley: The Empire and Christianity in Conflict
Education During the Early Middle Ages - Symonds: Scarcity and Cost of Books
The Rise of the Universities - Gregory IX: Right to Suspend Lectures
1. For each text, what does the author believe education is or should be? In other words, what is the best form of education according to this person? Write a couple of sentences to this effect about each author you read.
- In the first story that I chose to read, Plato firmly believes that education begins in the early stages of life, and ends at the very end of life. This author truly believes that learning is best done in a "real world" situation, rather than strictly in the classroom setting with textbooks, etc..- The second story was centered around the Education of Girls in The Middle Greek Education time period. The author mentions that traditionally, a women's place is in the home, and for the most part, women were educated here and there by their mothers.
- When learning about the relationship between Christianity and Education, in the third story, I realized how much of a divide there was between the classes. The higher-class Christians were almost always well-educated, while the lower-class citizens usually lacked adequate education.
- The fourth text laid out the staggering class differences that came into play when determining who got an education and who did not. As can be assumed, the popes and other high class citizens virtually always got an education and had access to books, while lower class citizens did not have this luxury.
- Lastly, the reading that covered the Rise of The Universities was, for the most part, centered around the rights that those who did receive an education had. As the title, "Right to Suspend Lectures," suggests, educators were given the right to cancel lectures and go on strikes to enforce a redress of grievances, if need be.
2. What do your five texts have in common? Where do they differ? You could make a Venn Diagram or write a paragraph about the similarities and a paragraph about the differences.
One of the common themes that I saw throughout all of these readings was the mention of classism and how that played a role in determining who got an education and who did not. In all cases, as a matter of fact, the author made it clear that those who were considered wealthy and upper class were almost guaranteed an education, while those who were considered lower class citizens were typically not awarded an education. It is interesting to see, going through the time periods in this book, how the education world changed so drastically. From the first story that I read about Plato and his "radical" thoughts on education, to the last story about universities and how classrooms were structured enough to hold lectures, I was amazed at the overwhelming change.3. Thinking back to the Social and Cross-Cultural Skills (Bronfenbrenner) assignment and the extension of that assignment in classroom management, how do you personally connect with these texts and their authors? How are your educational conditions similar to or different from those of the author? Where do you agree or disagree with each one? In what ways might you apply what these authors say to your own practice as a teacher? Remember, you can choose to apply something directly, or you can "apply" it by saying, "that's specifically what I will NOT do when I am a teacher."
I can honestly say that I believe whole-heartedly with Plato's comment about people learning not only from their classroom settings, but also from their home lives and other experiences that occur day-to-day. This is similar to Bronfenbrenner's systems in the sense that the classroom may be considered a very small microsystem, while the other experiences play a role into the largest mesosystem. As far as the other THEORIES and classroom management styles that are laid out by the authors, I don't feel that there are though points from each author to make a strong argument either way. I will stand firm in my support of Plato's stance, though, as I believe that I will impress upon children the importance of taking their learning outside of the classroom. It is important for children to find knowledge and power in everything that they do, and not just Monday through Friday from 8am until 3pm.Reading Questions - Readings from The African-American Struggle for Education
1. Why, in your opinion, did people put their lives on the line (and often lose them) just so that children could become educated? What is the power of education?
I get the sense that a great deal of the adults in this situation grew up without the having the privilege of an adequate education, if an education at all. Growing up like this, and seeing firsthand how many missed opportunities come with lacking an education, gave these adults the drive in their belly to make lives better for their children. This statement shows two important points that I want to make clear. First, the fact that parents will go to the ends of the earth to assure better lives for their children. Second, the fact that these parents noticed such a discrepancy in their lives due to the lack of education shows that the power of education is far greater than I could have ever imagined - something that people will DIE to obtain.2. What has been the power of education in your own life? Without it, where would you be?
The answer to this question is one that has really become clearer and clearer in my life over the past year or so. I was brought up in a very loving middle - upper class family, graduated from Upper Arlington High School and went straight from there to Capital University. There was really no other option in my case! My parents made it clear that I was to go to college, and thankfully I had no restraints about that. Along with this, my father dropped out of college during his Junior year, and managed to make do with his fate. He holds a steady job and makes enough to support a family of five. The reason I explain this in such detail is because I really never came into close contact with someone who lacked an education, or if they did, they didn't lack a steady job. I have expanded my horizons recently, have become much more aware of the world around me, and some of the trials and tribulations that some people face that I couldn't even imagine going through. Without education, in all honesty, I wouldn't be in too bad of a space. I know that my parents, even though they strongly wanted me to go to college, would ultimately support me in any endeavor that I undertake.3. What are the implications of these writings for your own practice as a teacher?
I will have to constantly remind myself as a teacher to remember where people come from, and that not everyone goes home at night to a warm house of friendly faces that are happy for their presence. Some people are fortunate to get to school at all some days, nevertheless on time. I will have to remind myself that my story is just a piece in the multi-faceted puzzle that is this world.My Philosophy of Education
How do these readings connect to the other readings you did that we turned into a timeline?
It's sad to me, because the parallels are so clear, in the worst way imaginable. These readings really brought to light the struggles that African American children and adults faced in America. The disparities in access to education were astounding. In the off chance that an African American child was to gain access to an education, there is no doubt that that quality of education would have been sub par, at best. This is quite similar to the other readings that we read, of which we made a timeline. Those readings brought to light the issues that people who lived centuries ago faced.